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Corn_Flake
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Probation & a fine if it's a misdemeanor.
As quoted for VA - you'll need to check the laws for your state:
COV 18.2-11. Misdemeanors
The authorized punishments for conviction of a misdemeanor are:
For Class 1 misdemeanors, confinement in jail for up to twelve months and a fine of up to $2,500, either or both.
For Class 2 misdemeanors, confinement in jail for up to six months and a fine of up to $1,000, either or both.
For Class 3 misdemeanors, maximum fine of $500.
For Class 4 misdemeanors, maximum fine of $250
In fact, this might help you out some b/c it's about Chicago Law:
http://www.callyourlawyers.com/cookcountycriminal.html
You'll have a hearing. You can choose to hire a lawyer. It couldn't hurt but might be expensive. The great thing about lawyers is that they can get you a lesser sentence if you are looking at jail time. Most of this is dependant upon the judge. You're not a child so he might come down harder on you - assuming that you should know better.
Good Luck. |
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super stud
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Talk to a lawyer-never steal again. |
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DanE
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Shoplifting and retail theft can be a misdemeanor or a felony. Theft of more than $150 in merchandise is a Class 4 felony, punishable by major jail time if convicted. Escaping by running out the emergency exit is also a Class 4 felony.
The authorized punishments for conviction of a misdemeanor are:
1. For Class 1 misdemeanors, confinement in jail for up to twelve months and a fine of up to $2,500, either or both.
2. For Class 2 misdemeanors, confinement in jail for up to six months and a fine of up to $1,000, either or both.
3. For Class 3 misdemeanors, maximum fine of $500.
4. For Class 4 misdemeanors, maximum fine of $250. |
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Christabelle
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You won't go to jail....but you might want to start thinking about why you did it in the first place. I used to from time to time when I was young because it was a thrill but then realized that it wouldn't be worth the embarassment of getting caught. You got caught. Now make sure you don't do it again! |
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missourim43
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First time arrested perhaps, but is it your first time shoplifting???
You are not a minor so this will show up on employer background checks, credit checks, and inhibit school loans.
Probably probation, but the damage to your background checks has been done. Shoulda thought of that before you did something stupid. |
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ootxmusicgirloo
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I was caught shoplifiting when I was 18, and if the laws haven't changed much, and depending on the price of the stolen merchandise, you will probably get off with probation. Believe me, they do not make probation an easy thing. You have to pay every month, plus they will make you take shoplifting class with other offenders, plus they may random test you for drugs or alcohol and you must pay your court fees and restitution before the last day of your probation or they will arrest you again.
My suggestion is that when you go to court, you act very apologetic. And after you get out of court, don't steal anymore! Besides the fact that it's very humiliating to be cuffed and walked out the front doors where everyone can watch and point at you, it's just plain wrong to steal. If you can't afford something, you probably don't need it. And there is a lot of pride in buying something with your hard earned cash. For me I think it was the thrill of getting away with something that made me do it, but the thrill was gone once I got caught and realized it wasn't worth it! |
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David B
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even though its a misdemeanor, if you have the money you prob ought to get a lawyer. might be able to get a pretrial diversion to a dismissal or some such. classes of misdemeanors describe the possible penalites for conviction, top class is a year and a big fine. dont know how it goes in IL. You wont go to jail with a prev clean record even if you just go in and plead guilty. |
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moparcop2003
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Heres a concept. Pay for things and you wont have to worry about what all that means |
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Roger S
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dont get ahead of yourself, you are not going to jail because it was a misdemeanor. you will get probation but you wont have to see a probation officer, however you can not get caught again as it gets more serious every time, you justd have to keep your nose clean and youll be fine |
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Jody 829
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I don't know the way it works in Chicago but, in New Orleans, that's a slap on the wrist. You'll get fined for sure but they might make you pay restitution. It's not that serious but, now you have started a record for your self and thats not good. You might want to look into seeing about getting it expunged after its over. |
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nate_oddy
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Probation and a fine I think, but I hope that if you're going to court about it your shoplifting career is over |
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Moosha
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You will probably get probation, unless you stole something of a high dollar amount, be more specific. |
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Kevin C
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Probably pay a fine and be put on probation. I hope you learn from this. |
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Mag:)
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It sounds like you are scared -- and that's good because I hope it stops you from doing something silly like this again. With that being said, however, I also want to tell you not to worry, sweetheart.
First of all, these are the definitions of class one, two and three misdemeanors: "For Class 1 misdemeanors, confinement in jail for up to twelve months and a fine of up to $2,500, either or both.
For Class 2 misdemeanors, confinement in jail for up to six months and a fine of up to $1,000, either or both.
For Class 3 misdemeanors, maximum fine of $500."
But I don't want you to panic;these are the maximum sentences and don't truly apply to your situation -- you have never been arrested before, it is your first time as well as your first offense, you are clearly contrite for what you've done, and so you should merely get a warning or some light probation (depending on what you stole and how much you took from the store who is prosecuting).
Will you be assigned a legal aid lawyer or do you already have a lawyer? Having one might also make you feel more secure about the verdict.
I want to wish you good luck -- I hope this helps you :) |
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armus
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As quoted from a local judge in Alabama: Municipal court is usually someone's first and only run-in with the law. In most cases, it's simply punishment enough to have to appear in court. It's up to the judge but expect a very light fine, no probation, no jail time and you will have to pay court costs. They will treat it seriously because they are trying to drill it into your head so you won't do anything else again, but at the same time they know people make mistakes. If you get a lawyer he might even be able to get the case null-processed (dismissed) with you paying court costs and perhaps taking some community service class or something. That would keep your record clean (but the lawyer will cost more than the fine) |
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Rusty Shackleford
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Your sentence can vary wildly.
I hope you have an attorney! A good lawyer can be a big help in making sure that
1) the prosecution has admissible evidence that can prove their charge
2) you get fair treatment in sentencing in case you are convicted
BTW, don't do anything STUPID, like talking to somebody other than your lawyer about this. Anyone else can be called to testify against you, and you don't want to put them in the position of either telling the truth and hurting their friend, or lying and risking a perjury charge. |
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cassiepiehoney
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the misdemeanor will probably be set by the price of the object you tried to steal.first time you'll get a fine and community service. My sister use to steal and couldn't get the thought that everything she wanted was entitled to her out of her head till she got caught enough to go to jail. I understand where your coming from but come on hon. your 19 now and this will go on your permanent record-every job you apply for will know about it unless you lie on your application. |
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britt- britt
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why would you shoplift in the first place? |
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The Angry Stick Man
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The fine and punishment won't be the worst part, the worst part is now in the future whenever they ask on a job application if you have been arrested you now have to put yes and explain to them that you got caught stealing...........most people don't want to hire someone like that. |
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Scotsman
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Since it's your first time and you show regret to the judge you will most likely be given probation and a fine or community service. NOT a guarantee mind you. It would also depend on the value of the item you shoplifted. The different classes just deliniate the different levels of a misdemeanor, i.e., if you steal 200.00 as opposed to a CD or something small. Good Luck! |
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Spirit Walker
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Have you ever heard of the horror stories of Cook County Jail? You are NOT going to be having a good time there. Yes, you will go there. It will make hell look like summer camp. Remeber what Berreta used to say, "If you can't do the time, don't do the crime." |
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☆BTriX☆
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You will probably get probation with some community service. They might give you a class on shoplifting or something since you are still young.
Good luck! |
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bouttime
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Maybe you will go to jail. Stealing is a crime. You act like it is no big deal since it was your first time. Are there going to be more times? You need some hard punishment so you can learn a lesson so there wont be a next time. |
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backpondfisher
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Probation & a fine if it's a misdemeanor.
As quoted for VA - you'll need to check the laws for your state:
COV 18.2-11. Misdemeanors
The authorized punishments for conviction of a misdemeanor are:
For Class 1 misdemeanors, confinement in jail for up to twelve months and a fine of up to $2,500, either or both.
For Class 2 misdemeanors, confinement in jail for up to six months and a fine of up to $1,000, either or both.
For Class 3 misdemeanors, maximum fine of $500.
For Class 4 misdemeanors, maximum fine of $250
In fact, this might help you out some. You'll have a hearing. You can choose to hire a lawyer. It couldn't hurt but might be expensive. The great thing about lawyers is that they can get you a lesser sentence if you are looking at jail time. Most of this is dependant upon the judge. You're not a child so he might come down harder on you - assuming that you should know better.
Good Luck.
Source(s):
http://www.abc.state.va.us/facts/punish....
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flavorlicious
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first offense? hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm......... as an adult................... 1.heavy fines 2. community service 3. and you will be placed on informal probation for about a year........... but really its all up to the judge......... but thats the standard sentence |
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someguy
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life without the posibility of parole...... just a fine maby probation or community service and you may be baned from the place you stole the thing from... what did you try to steal if it's worth more than $500 its grand theft....didn't you know stealing is wrong young lady shame tisk tisk......19 years old and you still went and stole come on love |
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Meow the cat
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Probably a fine $450.00 average, restitution to the store, court costs, probation. |
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me! myself! and guys!
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i dont know much but you should think you shoplifted i think you should go to jail for about 1 year or less maby 2 srry bu you did a crime. |
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The infamous bongblaster
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Nothing will happen, just a slap on the wrist (maybe a fine) |
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Page1344
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Thou shalt not steal. |
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e.orourke1@btinternet.com
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just act daft and say it was a lack of concentration. |
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